White Papers

Vaunix

Considerations for Creating Microwave and Millimeter-wave Automated Test Systems

Automated test systems are cornerstone to high frequency testing for 5G, next generation Wi-Fi, satellite communications systems. Programmable RF devices form the building blocks to these systems. This tech brief dives into specific considerations around the buildout of programmable RF test systems.
Rohde and Schwarz

5G RedCap: RF Implications for IoT Devices

The global transition to 5G is in full swing. Although 5G has primarily been used for smartphones and FWA applications, its potential applications are much broader. 5G will expand in scope to cover many more applications and device types. 5G Redcap will be a key step in this evolution.

Why Use Planar Inverted-F Antennas (PIFA) for Compact IoT Devices?

Increasing use of small wireless applications, such as Bluetooth, Wifi, Cellular, Positioning, brings challenges to integrate the antennas with maintained performance. There are several techniques for miniaturization of antennas with pros and cons. This paper presents how the PIFA technology can combine small size with good performance and frequency stability.

Electromagnetic Simulation for Electronic System Design in Aerospace and Defense

The aerospace and defense industry relies heavily upon advanced electronic systems for field communications, control, targeting, threat detection, asset tracking, health monitoring, and theater operations. These advanced electronic systems often require multiple, high-fidelity antennas. Those antennas, in turn, require interference free integration for maximum signal strength and reliability. This technical document provides an overview of Altair’s electromagnetics simulation strategies and technologies that support the development of complex electronic systems.

How to Measure and Reduce Common Mode EMI in Electric Drive Installations

Nowadays, electric machines are often driven by power electronic converters. Even though the use of converters brings with it a variety of advantages, common mode (CM) signals are a frequent problem in many installations. Common mode voltages induced by the converter drive common mode currents damage the motor bearings over time and significantly reduce the lifetime of the drive.

5G BTS Advancing Technology and Hardware Dimensions Driving Test Lab Reconfigurations

As a result of BTS antennas evolving to integrate 5G technology, antenna measurement techniques and test chamber setups are changing to meet new requirements. This white paper considers the advancing technology and expanding dimensions of 5G BTS and presents a solution in a novel reconfiguration of an anechoic test chamber.

4 kW X-Band Amplifier and Receiver Protector

GaN Solid State transistors are utilized in many radar platforms and provide compact and efficient sources of microwave power. CPI has developed a 4 kW X-band SSPA, CPI model VSX3717, for radar applications. This paper will present details of the SSPA amplifier and receiver protector used for airborne radar applications.

Avionics – Digital Design and Bus Interface Testing

In this new white paper, Rohde & Schwarz experts explore signal, data and power integrity testing and verification of both legacy and next generation avionics bus interface architectures and provide the deeper understanding you need to make the best designs possible.
EXFO

C-Band Spectrum: How It's Transforming 5G

Operators are currently undertaking a massive investment in upgrading the infrastructure of both wireline and wireless networks. The need to upgrade and change is fueled by the billions of connected devices belonging to the IoT ecosystem and the new demands they will place on 5G fronthaul networks as operators begin rolling out 5G.

Cadence

Thermally Optimizing a High-Power PCB

Targeting higher performance and efficiency, the power stages of battery-powered applications must manage high currents while meeting strict power dissipation and size requirements. This white paper illustrates a thermally aware workflow used by STMicroelectronics to optimize an evaluation board deployed in battery-powered electronics that achieved maximum system performance in a short timeframe.